Phillip Lee Palmbos, MD

Medical Oncology Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Phillip Lee Palmbos is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Ann Arbor, MI with over 18 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE

(734) 936-4000Ann Arbor, MI
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Phillip Lee Palmbos, MD specializes in internal medicine, serving patients in Ann Arbor, MI in group practice. Trained at University of Michigan Medical School (class of 2008), he has been practicing for over 18 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, cancer, and high cholesterol (per CMS data).

1 of 83 Internal Medicine providers in MISee all Internal Medicine in Ann Arbor18+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 2588dNPPES updated 2019-04-22 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Michigan Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1500 E Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5000

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

8.33%

Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+3.2 pts)

8.33% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Medicare Patients

73

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

85

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

636

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.15M

Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Cancer, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+54%)75%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-10%)60%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-11%)38%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+4%)36%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-4%)26%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
22%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%
GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Community Context

Social Vulnerability Index: 0.85 / 1.00

High vulnerability

He practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.

Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2008

    University of Michigan Medical School

  2. 18 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineMedical Oncology in Ann ArborAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.

Taxonomy: 207RX0202X

Education & Training

University of Michigan Medical School (Class of 2008)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

3621 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1633

Differs from practice location

Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Phillip Lee Palmbos

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Phillip Lee Palmbos for blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations, cholesterol management — no travel to Ann Arbor required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Phillip Lee Palmbos

Dr. Palmbos is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Ann Arbor, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 936-4000.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.

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